Obituary of Albert J. Ravagnani, Jr.

Albert J. Ravagnani, Jr. passed away on Sunday (Aug. 21, 2022) at the age of 85 surrounded by his family. Al was born in New Britain and was the son of Albert J. Ravagnani, Sr. and Antonette (Pietkerwitz) Ravagnani. Al graduated high school and trade school as a carpenter, and worked as a union carpenter his entire career. Retiring in 2000, he finished his carpenter career with Frank E. Downs Construction Company. He also spend eight years in the Air National Guard Reserves. Al enjoyed fishing and playing the accordion throughout his life, and always enjoyed working on woodworking projects. He enjoyed going to polka dances and listening to polka music, especially the Eddie Forman polka band. He also enjoyed playing the accordion with his longtime friend Johnny Prytko. Al was a longtime parishioner at St. Andrew’s Church in New Britain. Special thanks to Eurohome Care on the excellent homecare provided by caretaker Gifty, who was like a member of the family. Al was predeceased by his first wife Joanne after 35 years, and his second wife Carol after 25 years. Al leaves his three daughters, Darlene Makuch and her husband Thomas, Debra Setzko and her husband John, Doreen Revoir and her husband Scott. He also leaves five grandchildren, Felix Revoir, Jenna Escales and her husband Scott, Jessica Parlapiano and her husband Phil, Kyle and Evan Setzko. He also leaves three great grandchildren, Nathan and Ryan Parlapiano, and Asher Escales. Funeral services will be held Thursday (Aug. 25, 2022) with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 AM at St. Paul’s Church 485Alling St. Kensington Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Visitation will be Thursday from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at the Farrell Funeral Home 110 Franklin Sq. New Britain. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society P O Box 280285 East Hartford, CT 06128.